Publication Citation: The Role of Service Life Prediction In Sustainability Determinations

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Author(s):

Christopher C. White;Kar T. Tan;Donald L. Hunston;

Title:

The Role of Service Life Prediction In Sustainability Determinations

Published:

February 14, 2011

Abstract:

Sustainability calculations are based on assumptions about the energy required to produce, transport place in-service items. A critical component of these calculations is the expected service life of the material, component or system. Estimates of the actual in-service performance are not based on scientifically validated methods or procedures. The resulting estimates have a significant uncertainty because they are based on past performance or best guess estimates. This paper will detail the economic outcomes of typical choices on a new construction building joint sealant job based on available choices. Following this examination, this paper will detail the barriers and progress toward achieving a scientifically validated prediction of the in-service performance.